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The Hairy Builder: Episode 8: Manchester Cathedral

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Episode 8: Manchester Cathedral

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BBC Two - The Hairy Builder, Manchester Cathedral

Dave Myers visits the restoration of one of Manchester's oldest buildings, its cathedral.

Following the restoration of historic properties. Dave Myers visits the restoration of one of Manchester's oldest buildings, its magnificent cathedral.

Dave Myers visits one of Manchester's oldest buildings, its magnificent cathedral. Dating back to the middle ages, the Grade I-listed building is undergoing a £280,000 restoration, and Dave learns about the traditional methods used to repair the worn-out lead on the roof as well as uncovering some tricks of the building trade.

On a trip around the cathedral, Dave explores the hidden gems and priceless documents housed there. He also takes a tour of one of the oldest public libraries in the UK, Chetham Library. Home to manuscripts dating back to the 13th century, Dave finds out about its revolutionary past.

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Dave Myers joins a construction firm restoring buildings that have made Britain great.

Dave Myers swaps his cookery for bricks and mortar as he joins a construction firm restoring buildings that have made Britain great.

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